Clear Water

Beachcombing at Boracay

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October 29th 2004
October 29 - 31, 2004 BORACAY ISLAND Hailed as the Beach Capital of the Philipines, the palm-studded island of Boracay is the perfect island getaway, with its warm blue waters, and powder-fine white sand. In this tiny, butterfly-shaped island located in Aklan province at the northwestern tip of Panay in Western Visayas , 345 kms. South of Manila, days can be spent simply lazing on ... read more

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The Philippine Islands became a Spanish colony during the 16th century; they were ceded to the US in 1898 following the Spanish-American War. In 1935 the Philippines became a self-governing commonwealth. Manuel QUEZON was elected President and was ta... ... read more